Is this made in Korea?

Grown in China, processed and packaged in Korea. I would give it a pass and pay the premium for the Korean grown stuff. Cant speak for difference in quality but if you know anything about groundwater contamination and farming practices in China the Korean grown stuff starts looking a lot less expensive.

Could red pepper flakes from a regular American grocery store be substituted for this? How are they different?

It's a different type/breed of pepper. American red pepper flakes typically use dried jalapeno pepper or cayenne peppers. Gochugaru is a Korean red chili pepper (called taeyang-cho). Is you sub the flakes, your dish will taste "fine", but it won't taste authentically "korean" - just my opinion. It'll taste like a spicy soup, or spicy meat, or whatever you're making like a fusion-style cuisine. I would never sub the flakes. Once you take a sniff of the Korean gochugaru you will know the difference - there is a sweetness, smokiness and depth to the flakes. Hope this helps.

Can this be kept in the refrigerator for long?

I've keep it in refrigerator for 2 years at a time. Still great.

How many cups of chili flakes does this contain?

There are 5.66 cups of flakes in the package based on the service size info on the package. 1088 quarter teaspoons is 272 teaspoons. Plus that into a converter to get 5.66 cups.

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Tae-kyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes Powder Gochugaru, 1 Lb

Tae-kyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes Powder Gochugaru, 1 Lb

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Brand
Taekyung
Item Form
Flake
Item Weight
1 Pounds
Net Quantity
473.18
Number of Items
1
Number of Pieces
1

💰Budget-friendly 1 lb pack

🧪Clean, safe manufacturing

🌶️Authentic Korean red chili flakes

Description

🌶️ Ignite your kitchen with Korea’s fiery secret!

FIERY AUTHENTICITY - Experience the true heat of Korea’s iconic gochugaru, perfect for bold kimchi and spicy dishes.
TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS - Join over 12,000 satisfied customers who rate it 4.7 stars for flavor and quality.
GENEROUS 1 LB BULK PACK - Ideal for culinary pros and passionate home cooks who crave consistent spice supply.
PREMIUM QUALITY ASSURANCE - Manufactured under strict Korean standards ensuring purity and vibrant red color every time.
VERSATILE CULINARY ESSENTIAL - Elevate your stews, marinades, and sauces with a trusted staple of Korean cuisine.

Tae-kyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes Powder Gochugaru delivers authentic, bright red chili flakes sourced and packaged in Korea, ensuring premium quality and safety. This 1 lb bulk pack offers a budget-friendly option for millennial professionals seeking to craft traditional spicy Korean dishes like kimchi with confidence and flavor consistency.

Specifications

ASIN	B005G8IDTQ
ASIN	B005G8IDTQ
Brand Name	Taekyung
Colour	Red
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (12,615)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Dimensions LxWxH	21.1 x 17.5 x 3.8 Centimeters
Item Form	Flake
Item Package Weight	0.48 Kilograms
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Item Weight	454 g
Item model number	8809061670380
Manufacturer	Taekyung Nongsan
Manufacturer	Taekyung Nongsan
Model Number	8809061670380
Net Quantity	473.18 Milliliters
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	8809061670380
Product Dimensions	21.08 x 17.53 x 3.81 cm; 453.59 g
Size	473.18 ml (Pack of 1)
UPC	701607235818
Unit Count	473.18 Milliliters

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